Eastern Shore

Eastern Shore
Surfing at Lawrencetown Beach
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An outdoor enthusiast’s paradise
S
tretching from the edges of the Halifax Metro region to
the Canso Causeway, Nova Scotia’s Eastern Shore is a
place where historically themed attractions, outdoor
activities, comforting cuisine, and a natural paradise come
together to create a one-of-a-kind travel experience.
Outdoor enthusiasts will love this region. From Martinique
Beach, Nova Scotia’s longest sandy beach, to Lawrencetown
Beach, a popular year-round hot spot for surfing, this is the
perfect destination for swimming, surfing, sea kayaking, or
taking part in the annual sandcastle competition at Clam
Harbour Beach Provincial Park (see page 324). The seaside
setting is home to numerous bird species, including eider
ducks, great blue herons, Atlantic puffins, plovers, and sandpipers, making it a must-visit destination for birding enthusiasts. Hikers and cyclists will find numerous multi-use and
wilderness trails to enjoy.
Dunes at Stoney Beach
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Eastern Shore
Step into Nova Scotia’s past at one of the region’s living-history
museums—the enduring, authentic late-1800s setting of
Sherbrooke Village, or Memory Lane Heritage Village’s depic­
tion of the province’s rural industries in the 1940s, including
gold mining. See how a fisherman supported a family of fifteen in the tiny homestead that is now the Fisherman’s Life
Museum in Oyster Pond (see page 321).
The Eastern Shore is the ideal getaway for people looking to
escape the urban way.
Cycling along Guysborough Waterfront
Unexpected Discoveries
Hope for Wildlife, Seaforth
The Hope for Wildlife Society gives injured and orphaned
wildlife in Nova Scotia a second chance. The non-profit charity provides food, medical care, and shelter for about 1,500
injured and orphaned animals each year. The site offers tours
and houses a small interpretive centre and observation tower
(see page 321).
Clam Harbour Sandcastle Competition
Acadian House Museum, West Chezzetcook
This charming, community-operated museum celebrates the
history of the Acadian families who settled in this area in the
1850s. The museum also houses La Cuisine de Brigitte tea
room, specializing in homemade soups, sandwiches, and
scrumptious homemade desserts (see page 321).
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Not-To-Be-Missed Experiences
The Eastern Shore is marked by the wildness of its coastline, a way of life that
recalls days gone by, and the resilience of its people. The attractions below
offer visitors the classic Eastern Shore experience.
Hike to Gibraltar Rock
Hike coastal trails
Musquodoboit Trailways System
The Gibraltar Rock look-off is a granite peak that
offers an exceptional view of the Musquodoboit
River winding through the moss-covered gorge
below. The 1.5-kilometre Gibraltar Loop off the
Musquodoboit Trailways system presents a short,
steep climb to the look-off (see page 325).
Taylor Head Provincial Park
Located on a rugged, wind-swept
Sherbrooke Village (see page 321)
peninsula that juts 6 kilometres
into the Atlantic Ocean, Taylor Head Provincial Park
is a “must-do” for the nature and bird lover. The
park’s walking and hiking trails provide access to
a variety of natural habitats, extensive granite outcroppings, scenic look-offs, and a large white sand
beach. With its wooded areas and 16 kilometres
of coastline, Taylor Head is a haven for wildlife and
a variety of breeding and migrating bird species,
including Arctic tern, Leach’s petrel, common eider,
and Canada goose (see page 324). The Friends of
Taylor Head, a local non-profit society, offers a number of guided walks and nature talks at Taylor Head
Provincial Park (see page 346).
Fisherman’s Life Museum, Jeddore Oyster Pond
Enjoy a freshly baked molasses cookie while listening to stories about the land, the sea, and the life
people led on the Eastern Shore in the early 1900s.
This tiny homestead was once home to a family of
fifteen (see page 321).
Dine at the Cookhouse
Memory Lane Heritage Village, Lake Charlotte
Sixteen restored buildings offer visitors a nostalgic
look at rural Nova Scotia in the 1940s. Be sure to
enjoy a traditional cookhouse lunch, complete with
homemade brown bread and molasses (see page 321).
Kayak around coastal islands and inlets
Coastal Adventures, Tangier
The best way to see this rugged shore is from the
water, and located in the sheltered Tangier Harbour
is Coastal Adventures. Experienced guides love to
show our fascinating inlets and islands of the Bay
of Islands, a largely undisturbed coastal wilderness
area (see page 342).
Eastern Shore
Live life 1800s-style
Sherbrooke Village, Sherbrooke
Visit this vibrant museum village with 25 authentic
buildings and welcoming costumed interpreters
depicting life in the late 1800s. Become a villager
for a day or two, trying your hand at churning homemade butter, sampling some home-baked goodies
hot out of their wood-fired oven, or taking part in
one of the Hands on History programs, such as Five
Hour Forge—Blacksmith Workshop (see page 321).
Explore Grassy Island
Canso Islands National Historic Site, Canso
Take a short boat trip to Grassy Island, a once-thriving
community of fishermen and merchants that became
a casualty of the Anglo-French rivalry for North
America (see page 322).
Eastern Shore
Step into the life of a fisherman
Auld’s
Cove
Mulgrave
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Musquodoboit
Upper Musquodoboit
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Lake Park
Moose River
Musquodoboit Gold Mines
Dartmouth Railway Museum
Musquodoboit Harbour
Sheet Harbour
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Fisherman’s Life Museum
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Lawrencetown
Beach Park Martinique
Beach
Rainbow
Haven Beach
Marine
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Clam Harbour
Beach
Taylor
Head Park
Sherbrooke
Liscomb
Mills
Old Court
Boylston
House
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Country Harbour
Port Shoreham Park
Crossroads
Guysborough
Sherbrooke Village
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Canso Museum:
Salsman
Whitman House
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Isaac’s Harbour Cove
Canso
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Tor Bay Park
Canso Islands
National
Historic Site
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Meagher’s
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Taste of Nova Scotia
The Eastern Shore is known for its pristine cold waters,
which produce some of the finest seafood the province
has to offer. Lobsters, mussels, oysters, clams, and a
variety of fish can be found in local restaurants or purchased fresh from the many family-run fish plants along the shore.
Learn how mussels are grown and harvested at AquaPrime Mussel
Ranch, then take home a pound or two for supper. While you’re there,
be sure to pick up a dozen or so Sober Island Oysters. Both local delicacies are best enjoyed steamed.
Cedar planked salmon at Liscombe Lodge (see page 323)
If you prefer, let the professionals prepare your meal. The award-winning
DesBarres Manor Inn uses just-picked ingredients from their gardens,
along with foods from an extensive network of local farmers and fishers,
to create seasonally inspired menus. Nature lovers will enjoy the relaxed
atmosphere at the Liscombe Lodge Resort & Conference Centre overlooking the beautiful Liscomb River.
When picking up ingredients for the perfect picnic, don’t miss J. Willy
Krauch & Sons, which offers some of the finest smoked fish products.
Creamed honeys and chutneys from Cornect Family Farm, which are
available from local retailers, make delicious spreads and fantastic souvenirs! For other tasty gift ideas pick up a bag of locally roasted Full
Steam Coffee or a few bottles of Rare Bird Craft Beer.
Memory Lane Heritage Village (see page 321)
For information about the Nova Scotia Chowder Trail and
authentic Nova Scotia culinary experiences, pick up the
Taste of Nova Scotia Culinary Adventure Guide or visit
tasteofnovascotia.com.
Glad-You-Stopped Farmers’ Markets
Eastern Shore
Fill your shopping basket with locally grown vegetables,
berries, meats, specialty foods, crafts, and gift items.
Musquodoboit Harbour
Farmers’ Market
Bingo Hall, Eastern Shore Community
Centre, 67 Park Road
Sunday 9am–1pm, June to October
Back To Nature
Discover this region through our Places In Between
video series at NovaScotia.com/BackToNature.
Watch this video and many more at
NovaScotia.com/PlacesInBetween
Did you know?
Guysborough Market
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Jost Building, Guysborough Waterfront
Saturday 9am–noon, July and August
Skipping Stone Café, Guysborough
The Bicentennial Theatre and Cultural Centre in
Middle Musquodoboit has a rich and varied history.
Constructed in 1928 as a meeting hall for the “Odd
Fellows,” an altruistic society, it contained a 350-seat
theatre, a dressing room cleverly built between the
two upper levels, a bowling alley, and a dining hall.
After a brief period of disrepair, the building was
restored to its former glory and reopened in 1985.
Today, this beautifully restored theatre plays host
to a variety of entertainment from local theatre and
well-known Maritime musicians to an annual fiddle
competition each September. bicentennialtheatre.ca
Fresh market vegetables
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Capture a Moment
The Eastern Shore’s rugged coastal beauty offers fantastic opportunities for photos that may soon grace
the walls of your home.
Seaforth, off Highway 207
Photo opportunities await you around every turn of this winding coastal highway, and this small seaside community with its
sandy cliffs and coastal farms is no exception. Climb the tower
at the Hope for Wildlife Sanctuary for a bird’s-eye view of the
stunning coastline.
The Hummingbird Sculpture, Middle Musquodoboit
Port Bickerton Lighthouse
The pride and joy of this friendly rural area is its giant hummingbird sculpture, the largest of its kind in North America, created by
local artist Roberta Annand just before her death in 2014. Fellow
bird lovers will delight in posing for a photo in front of the colourful sculpture and its lovingly tended garden.
Memory Lane Heritage Village, Lake Charlotte
Photographers seeking a vintage-style backdrop will delight in
the 1940s setting of this quaint museum village. Strike a pose
beside the antique truck or among the beautifully restored barns
and buildings.
McDonald Brothers’ Sawmill, Sherbrooke
The St. Mary’s River cranks the water wheel at this heritage sawmill, powering the up-and-down mill saws that turn huge logs
into rough-hewn lumber, just as they did in the early 1900s.
Ambrotype Studio, Sherbrooke
Get dressed up in period clothing and have your picture taken
in Canada’s only ambrotype glass photo studio, located in
Sherbrooke Village.
Queensport Lighthouse, Queensport
Perched on tiny Rook Island in Chedabucto Bay, the lighthouse’s
crisp white clapboard and red tower have offered a beacon to
vessels entering Queensport Harbour since 1882.
Old Courthouse Museum, Guysborough
Don a judge’s wig and robe and pose on the judge’s bench
inside this 130-year-old courthouse, which houses a visitor information centre and artifacts depicting the history of the shiretown
of Guysborough and nearby Chedabucto Bay.
All-Weather Fun
Take cover from any coastal weather on the Eastern Shore
at these sheltered attractions. A full listing of museums and
attractions starts on page 321.
Eastern Shore
Climb the light tower for a wonderful view of the wind-whipped
coast, the sandy beach, and the community of Port Bickerton.
St. Mary’s River Salmon Museum, Sherbrooke
Check out the collection of heritage fishing artifacts, memorabilia of
famous visitors such as Babe Ruth, and exhibits on efforts to protect
the fabled Atlantic salmon (see page 322).
Port Bickerton Lighthouse Interpretive Centre
Located inside the lighthouse keeper’s house, the interpretive centre
celebrates the important role the lighthouse keepers played in guiding fishing boats to safety (see page 322).
Canso Museum: Whitman House, Canso
This is the home of what’s believed to be the oldest preserves in Nova
Scotia—a bottle of pickles found on a ship that sank in 1885. The
history of Canso, which was the gateway to the mainland from Cape
Breton Island, is illustrated here. Be sure to venture up the widow’s
walk for a bird’s-eye view of the harbour (see page 322).
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Port Bickerton Lighthouse, Port Bickerton
McDonald Bros. Sawmill at Sherbrooke Village
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Got-To-Be-There Festivals and Events
Visit the events page at novascotia.com to find out what exciting events are happening
on the Eastern Shore during your visit, or take our suggestions below. Confirm dates at
novascotia.com before finalizing your plans, since specific event information may
change from time of printing.
Community Ceilidh
Guysborough Waterfront
Wednesday evenings at 6:30 pm, July and August
Eastern Shore Cold Waters Seafood Festival
June 6–7, Memory Lane Heritage Village
The cold clear waters of the Eastern Shore yield some
of the best seafood in Nova Scotia. Sample some of
the freshest lobster, mussels, oysters, clams, and
smoked fish along with traditional delicacies such as
Solomon Gundy and fishcakes, while meeting local
fishers and sea farmers. This family-friendly festival
also includes activities such as paint-your-own-buoy,
dory rides, lobster trap building, live music, and a
touch tank.
Stan Rogers Folk Festival
July 3–5, Canso
Each year, over 12,000 music fans descend on this
beautiful seaside community for a whirlwind weekend of more than 100 concerts—encompassing
folk, country, jazz, blues, rock, and bluegrass—
on seven outdoor stages. stanfest.com
Eastern Shore
Time Traveller’s Reunion
July 18–19, Sherbrooke
Explore Steampunk with a Victorian garden party, a
fashion show with prizes, workshops, dinner, and
entertainment. Enjoy the great company of the Jules
Verne Phantastical Society as you discover science
fiction and historic fact. Dress up a little or a lot; it’s
your adventure.
Sherbrooke Village Photography
Workshop
August 17–20, Sherbrooke Village
With the beautiful St. Mary’s River as your
backdrop and the gingerbread-trimmed
historic architecture and costumed
interpreters as your models, Sherbrooke
Village offers a wealth of photo­graphy
opportunities.
21st Annual Sherbrooke
Show & Shine
Sherbrooke Village
Old-Fashioned Christmas
September 12–13, Sherbrooke
Check out the region’s best antique and custom
vehicles. With over 200 cars on display last year, this
year’s event is sure to be a hit with every car enthusiast.
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Sherbrooke Village Old-Fashioned Christmas
November 27–29 & December 5–6, Sherbrooke
Celebrate the Christmas season at Sherbrooke
Village, featuring opening-night tree lighting and
festivities, family entertainment, craft workshops and
sales, concerts, festive dining, and a Victorian tea.
Festival of Trees & Christmas Craft Sale
December 4–6, Middle Musquodoboit
Get in the holiday spirit at this display of beautifully
decorated Christmas trees that draws hundreds of
visitors each December. Added bonus: Find a unique
handcrafted gift for someone special on your list.
Festival Savalette
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August 6–9, Larry’s River
Celebrate the history and hospitality of Capitaine
Savalette, a pioneer of the Eastern Shore’s “dry” fishery—when fish were caught, split, cleaned, salted, and
then left out to dry on the shore before being sold.
Capitaine Savalette once hosted such well-known
visitors as Samuel de Champlain and Marc Lescarbot.
Clam Harbour Sandcastle Competition
August 16, Clam Harbour Beach Provincial Park
Thousands of sightseers and scores of artists sculpt
incredibly elaborate castles, dragons, and other
fanciful designs as sand, sea, and sun unite.
halifax.ca/sandcastle
Stan Rogers Folk Fest
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Outdoor Adventures
The Eastern Shore offers explorers an array of off-the-beaten-path adventures for every
fitness level. A complete listing of Eastern Shore’s outdoor opportunities starts on page 323.
Surfing at Lawrencetown Beach
For a true something-to-write-home-about experience, sign up for a surfing lesson near Lawrencetown
Beach Provincial Park. These well-established surfing
schools have everything you need for your saltwater
adventure—wetsuits, boards, and lots of patience. By
sundown, they’ll have you feeling the thrill of catching your first wave (see page 323).
Beachcombing and birding
at Martinique Beach
Search for beach glass and sand dollars on Nova
Scotia’s longest beach, a white-sand crescent that
stretches flat and wide for five kilometres, with seabirds soaring on the ocean breezes above the dunes.
This is also a protected area for the endangered
Piping Plover (see page 324).
Swimming at Clam Harbour Beach
Provincial Park
The smooth sand and warm tidal stream invite kids
of all ages to splash and swim for hours. The rocky
coast at the edge of the beach can be explored by
way of a nature trail, which runs along other smaller
sandy beaches. The site also offers an interpretive
display, washroom and change room facilities, and
a picnic area (see page 324).
Surfing at Lawrencetown Beach
Cycling the Musquodoboit Harbour Trailway
Eastern Shore
The former Canadian National Rail line has been
converted to a 14.5-kilometre woodland hiking and
biking trail. This flat, gravel-covered route offers a leisurely pedal through hardwood stands, past granite
ridges, and alongside picturesque waterways with
picnic facilities (see page 325).
Join Captain Murphy aboard his traditional Cape Island
boat for the mussel harvesting adventure, Blueberries
of the Sea. Weaving along the coast, you’ll enjoy
breathtaking views of the rugged coastline and seabirds on your way to the mussel grounds. Bring your
rubber boots or sandals and wade out into the shallows to harvest the mussels. A culinary tour wouldn’t
be complete without a sampling of your bounty—
seafood just can’t get any fresher! (see page 340)
Martinique Beach
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Hiking along the Liscomb River
Put on your sneakers, grab your camera, and head to
the Liscomb River Trail System. Over 20 kilo­metres
of inland and coastal trails, featuring waterfalls, a fish
ladder, and a swinging bridge, will keep you busy
for a couple of hours or the whole day (see page 325).
Access the trail system at Liscombe Lodge Resort &
Conference Centre.
Kayaking our coast
The experienced guides at Coastal Adventures in
Tangier will lead you to many coastal reefs and islands
along the Eastern Shore. For a truly unique paddle,
be sure to ask about the Canso Barrens. Located in
one of the most remote and least travelled areas of
Nova Scotia, the Canso Barrens area features a rugged coast of white granite bedrock, glacial erratics,
and numerous rock islands, hidden coves, and narrow shallow passageways (see page 342).
Kayaking with Coastal Adventures
Strolling the historic
Guysborough Waterfront
This self-guided walking tour of Guysborough’s
historic waterfront will lead you past a number of heritage buildings and interpretive panels. Tour maps,
which include a short history on each building, are
available at the Old Court House Museum or at
guysboroughhistoricalsociety.ca.
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Eastern Shore
Did you know?
“The Bay of Islands,” as it was coined by Samuel
de Champlain in 1607, is an archipelago of 100
coastal islands stretching from Clam Harbour to
Liscomb. Due to the largely undisturbed nature
of these islands and the diversity of ecosystems,
this area was recently recognized by the Nova
Scotia Nature Trust as a “coastal wilderness
of ecological significance unmatched in North
America.” Easily accessible by a guided sea kayak
tour with Coastal Adventures (see page 342),
these islands offer visitors pristine white sand
beaches, sheltered coves, dramatic windswept
headlands, and unique boreal forests, bogs, and
barrens, as well as a rich diversity of seabirds,
songbirds, and shorebirds. 100wildislands.ca
Liscombe Lodge hiking
Cycling on Eastern Shore
Cow Bay
East Lawrencetown
Three Fathom Harbour
Seaforth
Grand Desert
West Chezzetcook
Porter’s Lake
Musquodoboit Valley Area
Meagher’s Grant
Wyse Corner
Elderbank
Carroll’s Corner
Middle Musquodoboit
Moose River Gold Mines
Markland
Mill Lake
Musquodoboit Harbour & Area
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East Petpeswick
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Listings Index / Accommodations
Most Visitor Information Centres are open mid-May to mid-October
(subject to change). Call the above numbers or 1-800-565-0000.
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Canso H14, 1297 Union Street, 902-366-2170
Guysborough G13, 106 Church Street, 902-533-4008
v Halifax Waterfront K7, 902-424-4248 (open year-round)
Middle Musquodoboit J8, 12390 Highway 224, 902-384-2006
Musquodoboit Harbour K8, 7895 Highway 7, 902-889-2689
Mulgrave F13, 55 Loggie Street, 902-747-2788
Sheet Harbour J10, 22404 Highway 7, 902-885-2595
Sherbrooke H11, 42 Main Street, 902-522-2400, 888-743-7845
Accommodations
Visitor Information Centres
West Jeddore
Head of Jeddore
Salmon River Bridge
Jeddore Oyster Pond
Lake Charlotte
Clam Bay
Clam Harbour
Upper Lakeville
East Ship Harbour
Murphy Cove
Tangier
Sheet Harbour & Area
Spry Bay
Sheet Harbour
Port Dufferin
West Quoddy
Liscomb
Liscomb Mills
Goldenville
Sherbrooke
Stillwater
Aspen
Lochiel Lake
Port Bickerton
Isaac’s Harbour
Country Harbour
Goldboro
New Harbour
Tor Bay
Larry’s River
Charlos Cove
Whitehead
Fox Island
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Little Dover
Canso
Queensport
Guysborough & Area
Halfway Cove
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Dartmouth to Musquodoboit Harbour: 43 km Sherbrooke to Canso: 120 km
Canso to Guysborough: 46 km
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Guysborough to Auld’s Cove: 64 km
Sheet Harbour to Sherbrooke: 85 km
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Galleries, Shops & Artisans
Eastern Shore Listings
East Law- 3 Moonlight Beach Suites
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rencetown 902-827-2712 • [email protected] • www.moonlightbeachsuites.com
2 Wyndenfog Lane. Tourist Home: 3 romantic beachfront units (Q): 4-pc bath (whirlpool or steambath), sofabed (D) in sitting area, fireplace, deck, private entry. Luxurious yet casual. Hot tub, pool table. Rates STC; $900–1950 weekly. Year-round.
$139–299
CXL policy
CXL Policy: * means that the cancellation policy varies with the type of booking.
Confirm details with the operator when making a reservation.
Internet Access: Wired (@) or Wi-Fi (W)
Pool: Indoor (I) or Outdoor (O)
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IN THE GRID:
Rates are given for one or two people in peak season. Tax will be added to these rates
unless “no tax” is indicated. Please note that not all properties accept credit cards.
Bathrooms available are identified as Private (P), Ensuite (E), and/or Shared (S).
Rates
All properties listed have been licensed by the Province of Nova Scotia and approved by at least one of three recognized quality programs (Canada Select, NS Approved, CAA/AAA) to ensure that they are clean and comfortable. Codes for the types of
beds available are given in parentheses after the number of units. For a key to other codes and symbols, see p. 3.
Please note:
– the amenities indicated in the grid may not apply to all units – GPS coordinates may not be exact
– most rates are shown as daily rates; many properties offer
– most properties do not allow smoking indoors
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902-827-4011; 902-499-1946; 902-497-0811 • [email protected] • www.beachniche.ca
Betty & Murray Houghton. 5 Wyndenfog Lane. B&B: 2-bdrm apt (Q,D,pullout; sleeps 6), 2-pc & 3-pc (S) baths, living room,
pvt entrance; and 1 suite (Q,futon), 3-pc bath (S). Light breakfast 7:30–9am. Pet policy. Rates STC. Year-round.
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Coastal Waters Accommodations
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902-827-4223 • [email protected] • www.coastalwatersaccommodations.com
16 Emerald Dr. Apt., B&B: 1 two-bdrm H unit (with sofa-bed, pvt entry) & 2 rooms (Q,D): all with 4-pc bath, sitting area,
DVD, fridge or mini-fridge. Full breakfast. Lakefront property; screened gazebo. Rates STC. Year-round.
Changing Tides Bed & Breakfast
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Pam & Brian Leonard. 6627 Hwy 207. GPS 44.69336, -63.25560. B&B: 2 spacious rooms (Q), 4-pc bath. Full breakfast.
Fireplace in lounge; sunroom, covered porch, decks overlooking the ocean. Rates STC; weekly, monthly & O/S rates. Year-round.
Porter’s
Lake
The IN House, Musical Bed & Breakfast and Gallery
Aq.
902-827-2532 • [email protected]
Arthur & June Zilkowsky. 5315 Hwy 7. B&B: 1 room (D), 4-pc bath. Light or full breakfast. 3 common rooms, CBTV, exercise
equipment; boutique; reiki (fee). Live music. Some French spoken. Rates GTD; cot $15–30; reservation required. Year-round.
Musquodoboit Valley Area
Meagher's Grant, Middle Musquodoboit, Mill Lake
Meagher’s River Oaks Country Lodge
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Kevin Kerr. 3856 Meagher’s Grant Rd. Motel: 8 A/C units (D; 4 H; deluxe suite with whirlpool; some no-smoking): 4-pc
bath; cot available. Patio deck. Breakfast & licensed dining room at golf club. Rates GTD; suite $105. May 15–Oct 15.
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3-pc bath (S). Full breakfast. Spacious home (c 1830s) next to dairy farm; sunroom, patio. Rates STC; O/S rates. Year-round.
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296 Lakewood Dr. GPS 45.13059, -62.91465. Cottage: 4-bdrm cottage (Q,D,S), 3 baths (3- & 4-pc, 1 with whirlpool),
free Wi-Fi, washer, dryer, deck, BBQ. Lake swimming, fishing. Rates STC; O/S rates. Year-round; O/S by reservation.
Eastern Shore
Accommodations
Musquodoboit Harbour & Area (up to 20 km radius)
Head of Jeddore, Musquodoboit Harbour, Salmon River Bridge, West Jeddore
Musquodoboit
Harbour
West
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Old Riverside Lodge B & B
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Alfred & Connie Ellis. 98 Riverside Ave. GPS 44.78928, -63.13988. B&B: 3 large rooms (Q,D,pullout) with 3-pc bath (S);
cot available. Full breakfast. Access to river, sea kayaking; trail nearby. Rates STC. May 1–Oct 31; O/S by reservation.
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4-pc bath. Wharf, BBQ, firepit, horseshoes. Hiking and boating nearby. Rates STC; reservations required. May 15–Oct 31.
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Brad & Star Porter. 9855 Hwy 7. B&B, Cabin: 3 rooms (Q,D), 1 ensuite 3-pc (S) & 1 shared 4-pc bath, TV; full breakfast. 10
cabins (Q,D; 1- & 2-bdrm; 6 H): 3-pc bath (S), veranda. Fireplace in 2 units. Licensed dining. Rates STC; F(11). May 1–Oct 31.
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River
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canoes. French, German spoken. Rates STC; packages; deposit required. May 1–Nov 15; O/S by reservation.
END OF MUSQUODOBOIT HARBOUR AREA
Clam Bay
Moments Oceanside Getaway
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Karl & Holly Newton. 23 Pebblebeach Lane. GPS 44.72879, -62.91744. Vac. Home: 1 A/C 3-bdrm beachfront home (Q,D,T),
4-pc bath (steam shower), fireplace, massage chair, sauna, washer, dryer. Luxury getaway. Rates STC. Year-round.
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Lakeville
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738 Upper Lakeville Rd. GPS 44.79768, -62.96127. Cottage: 2-bdrm cottage (Q,D,sofa-bed), 3-pc bath (S). Lake swimming, dock, canoes, pedal boats, kayaks. Rates GTD; XP $10/day; reservations recommended. May 9–Oct 9.
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Paddler’s Retreat B&B
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Scott Cunningham & Gayle Wilson. 84 Mason’s Point Rd. B&B: 4 rooms (Q,D,S), 1 ensuite 3-pc (S) & 1 shared 4-pc bath.
Full breakfast. Oceanview home (c 1860); hot tub. Kayaking, swimming. Rates GTD. Jun 15–Oct 15; O/S by reservation.
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Sheet Harbour & Area (up to 20 km radius)
Port Dufferin, Sheet Harbour, West Quoddy
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Anke Beichmanis. 22864 Hwy 7. GPS 44.91952, -62.52172. B&B: 4 rooms (Q,D,T,S), 3-pc bath (S). Full breakfast. Cozy
house. Outdoor smoking area. German spoken. Pets permitted (dogs only). Rates STC; F(10); O/S rates. Year-round.
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Jeff & Julie Hogg. 22960 Hwy 7. GPS 44.92004, -62.51647. B&B: 1 suite (Q), 4-pc bath, & 2 rooms (D), shared 4-pc bath.
Full breakfast. Cozy house (c 1880) on 3-acre riverside property; screened porch. Rates STC; O/S rates. Year-round.
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Ralph & Vera LeBlanc. 22522 Main St (Hwy 7). GPS 44.92541, -62.53995. Motel: 10 A/C units (2D), 4-pc bath, phone;
some with harbour view. Licensed A/C dining 7am–9pm; dining deck overlooking harbour. Rates GTD. Year-round.
Port
Dufferin
Black Duck Ocean View Country Inn
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Gloria Walsh. 25245 Hwy 7. B&B: 3 units (Q,D): 2 suites & 1 room overlooking ocean, 4-pc baths (whirlpool tub). Full
breakfast. View of islands, lighthouse. Guest lounge, observatory, dock. Day trips planned. Rates GTD. Year-round.
Marquis of Dufferin Seaside Inn
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Pat Bennett. 25658 Hwy 7. Motel: 9 units (Q,D,T), 4-pc bath, balcony. Boxed breakfast incl. Harbour/island view. Water frontage,
fishing, swimming, pvt wharf, boat ramp. Rates STC; F(10); O/S rates. Jun 15–Sep 30, May & Oct by reservation.
West
Quoddy
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Brigitte Gasser. 159 Gammon Rd. GPS 44.90699, -62.35354. Apt.: 2 one-bdrm units (Q,pullout; max 5P) with loft, 4-pc
bath, balcony, BBQ. Laundry facilities. Quiet cove by the ocean. German spoken. Rates STC; $550 weekly. May 15–Oct 15.
END OF SHEET HARBOUR AREA
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Birchill Bed & Breakfast and Guest House
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Roslyn Spears. 5254 Hwy 7. B&B, Cottage: 2 rooms (Q), 3-pc (S) or 4-pc bath, pvt entrance, gazebo, hot tub; full breakfast. 1-bdrm oceanfront cottage (Q), 4-pc bath, wharf. Fish pond, kayaks. Rates STC; cottage $800 weekly. Year-round.
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Sherbrooke Daysago Bed & Breakfast
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Linda MacIntosh. 15 Cameron Rd. GPS 45.14341, -61.98676. B&B, Cottage: 3 rooms (Q,D,T,S), shared 3-pc (S) &
4-pc baths; full breakfast (B&B only). 1 chalet (Q). Home c 1920; sunporch, deck. Rates STC. Year-round; O/S by reservation.
Sherbrooke Village Inn
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Aubrey & Carol Beaver. 7975 Hwy 7. GPS 45.14182, -62.00347. Cottage, Motel: 12 motel units (K,D,S), 4-pc bath; 3 chalets
(D,S), 3-pc bath. Licensed restaurant. Fishing guides. Pets on leash ($10 fee). Rates STC; packages. May 1–Oct 31.
St. Mary’s River Lodge
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902-522-2177 • 877-497-2177 • fax 902-522-2626 • [email protected] • www.riverlodge.ca
Swiss family Schüpbach. 21 Main St. GPS 45.14165, -61.98368. B&B Inn, Tourist Home: 8 units (Q,D,T): 6 A/C rooms in
lodge + 2 rooms in lodge-residence; 3-pc (S) or 4-pc bath, full breakfast. Rates STC. Year-round, O/S reservations recommended.
Port
Goody’s B&B By the Sea
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Margaret & Ron Goodacre. 5098 Highway 211. GPS 45.10797, -61.72681. B&B: 1 room (D), 4-pc bath, free Wi-Fi, free
phone calls within North America. Full breakfast. Oceanfront property in quaint fishing village. Rates STC. Jun 1–Oct 15.
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On the Harbour Bed and Breakfast
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902-387-2213; 902-387-2774 • fax 902-387-2939 • [email protected]
Accommodations
Liscombe Lodge Resort & Conference Centre
902-779-2307 • 800-665-6343 • fax 902-779-2700 • [email protected] • www.liscombelodge.ca
Eastern Shore
Liscomb
Mills
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New
Harbour
Lonely Rock Seaside Bungalows
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902-387-2668 • 866-248-1877 • [email protected] • www.lonelyrock.com
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Conny & Manfred Wittmann. 150 New Harbour Rd. Cottage: 6 cottages (Q,T; 1-, 2-, & 3-bdrm), 4-pc bath, free Wi-Fi,
gas BBQ, ocean view. Sandy beach, playground, hiking, canoeing; good area for cycling. Rates STC; F(12). Year-round.
Charlos
Cove
SeaWind Landing Country Inn
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159 Wharf Rd. GPS 45.24723, -61.32612. Inn: 13 rooms (Q,T), 4-pc bath. 20-acre oceanfront setting; secluded beaches,
trails. Gourmet dining (breakfast & dinner; open to public). Motorcycle shelter. Rates STC. Year-round; O/S by reservation.
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Linda Eisenhauer & Dave Malone. 50 Fish Plant Lane. GPS 45.22576, -61.17999. Cottage: 2 oceanfront 1-bdrm cottages
(Q,sofabed): 3-pc bath (S), veranda, BBQ. In fishing village. Ocean swimming. Rates STC. May 1–Oct 31; O/S by reservation.
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Benny & Ruth Lagundzija. 28 MacMillan Hill Rd. GPS 45.17910, -61.66080. Tourist Home: 3 rooms (D), 3-pc (T) or 4-pc
bath. Full breakfast. Victorian home on harbour; double deck with view of ocean. Rates STC; O/S rates. Jun 1–Sep 30.
Fox
Island
Seabreeze Cottages
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Ann Rhynold. 230 Fox Island Rd. GPS 45.34527, -61.09793. Cottage: 4 cottages (D,T,3/4,pullout; 1- & 2-bdrm): 3-pc bath
(T or S), firepit. On Chedabucto Bay; site of transatlantic cable landings. Small store, laundromat. Rates STC. May 15–Oct 15.
Upper Fox Eagle Valley Cottages
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Gerhard Vorauer & Barbara Brauneis. 3421 Hwy 16. GPS 45.33099, -61.15190. Cottage: 5 cottages (D,T), 3-pc bath (S),
phone (free calls in Canada and US), free Wi-Fi, fireplace, BBQ. Private lots. Rates STC; discount for 3rd night. Year-round.
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Last Port Motel
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8am–8pm; all-day breakfast. Hiking trails on property and nearby; tuna fishing arranged. Rates STC; F(5). Year-round.
Guysborough
DesBarres Manor Inn
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Glynn Williams. 90 Church St. Inn: 10 luxurious rooms (K,K/T,Q,2D), 4-pc bath. Full breakfast incl. Seaside manor
(c 1837) on 6 acres; elegant common rooms with fireplace; deck & gazebo. Gourmet dining. Rates STC. Year-round.
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119 Ferry Lane. GPS 45.40145, -61.50423. Motel: 10 units (Q), 4-pc bath. Complimentary continental breakfast. Oceanfront
golf course, full-service pro shop, licensed clubhouse, fishing. Rates STC; XP (cot) $25; flexible packages. May 1–Nov 1.
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Elaine & Greg Shanks. 22 Court St. GPS 45.39092, -61.50014. B&B: 4 guest rooms (Q), 3-pc (S) & 4-pc baths. Full
breakfast. Century home (c 1874). Common area with CBTV, kitchenette, business centre. Rates STC; O/S rates. Year-round.
Campgrounds
Eastern Shore
Campgrounds
Porter’s
Lake
Toilets are identified as Flush (F) or Privy/Pit (P) .
Showers: a $ indicates pay showers.
Swimming options are Lake (L), Pool (P), River (R), Ocean (O).
Porters Lake Provincial Park
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$26–35
902-827-2250 • 888-544-3434 (reservations) • www.novascotiaparks.ca/parks/porters.asp
Credit cards
Sites (Overnight)
Sites (Seasonal)
Cabin/hut/trailer
Pull-throughs
Open/shaded
Services
Washrooms
Showers
Disposal station
Propane
Store
Take-out/canteen
Laundromat
Shelters
Swimming
Playground
Rec hall
IN THE GRID:
Rates are given for one or two people in peak season unless
otherwise specified. Tax will be added to these rates unless “no tax”
is indicated.
Rates
All campgrounds listed have been approved by CampingSelect and/or NS Approved to ensure that they meet the
required standards. Please be aware that GPS co-ordinates referenced in the listings may not be exact. For a key to
symbols and codes, see p. 3. Internet access (@) at campgrounds is usually Wi-Fi, but may not reach all campsites.
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wood, ice. Beach, boat launch on large lake. Campground host. Rates STC; 24-hr CXL. May 15–Oct 11.
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Dollar Lake Provincial Park
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Upper
Lakeville
E & F Webber Lakeside Park
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weekend activities; pedalboat, canoe & kayak rentals. Rates GTD; 48-hr CXL. May 9–Oct 9.
Murphy
Cove
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The Murphys. 308 Murphys Rd. Firepits, wood, ice, lobster. Fishing, marina, boat tours. Free Wi-Fi,
communal campfire, mussel boils, coffee. Rates STC; trailer $89(4P); 48-hr CXL. May 15–Oct 15.
Spry Bay
Spry Bay Campground & Cabins
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Avelene Osmond & Danielle Langevin. 19867 Hwy 7. Private sites; 2 cabins; 2 suites (H). Firepits,
wood. Pool tables, horseshoes. Rates STC; booking-specific CXL. May 1–Oct 31; O/S by reservation.
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Sheet
Harbour
East River Lodge Campground & Trailer Park
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area, fishing & hunting. Leashed pets permitted. Rates STC; 24-hr CXL. May 1–Oct 31.
Sherbrooke St. Mary’s Riverside Campground
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1 trailer. Fire pits, wood. Kayaks, fishing; easy access to water. Rates STC; 24-hr CXL. May 1–Nov 1.
Stillwater Nimrod’s Campground
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902-522-2441; O/S 902-833-2597 • [email protected] • www.nimrodscampground.ca
159 Hwy 211. GPS 45.17424, -61.96706. Secluded lakefront sites. Firepits, wood, ice. Canoe rentals,
washer toss, trail. RVs, groups, caravans welcome. Rates STC; 24-hr CXL. May 17–Oct 11.
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Sites (Overnight)
Sites (Seasonal)
Cabin/hut/trailer
Pull-throughs
Open/shaded
Services
Washrooms
Showers
Disposal station
Propane
Store
Take-out/canteen
Laundromat
Shelters
Swimming
Playground
Rec hall
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15641 Hwy 316. GPS 45.23687, -61.76718. Small, quiet campground with picnic area. Fire grills, wood.
Small beach (unsupervised); boat launch. Leashed pets permitted. Rates STC; 24-hr CXL. Jun 12–Sep 6.
Fox
Island
Seabreeze Campground
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ice, free Wi-Fi. Horseshoes, beach, saltwater fishing. Rates STC; 48-hr CXL. May 15–Oct 15.
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Cape Canso R.V. Park & Marina
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Boylston Provincial Park
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Museums and Attractions
This category includes national parks, historic sites, museums, and other attractions. See also listings under Galleries, Shops, Artists and Artisans;
Outdoors; and Trails. Please be aware that GPS co-ordinates referenced in the listings may not be exact. For a key to symbols and codes, see p. 3.
Seaforth
Hope for Wildlife
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Bus tours
Food service
Gift shop
Parking spaces
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11131 Hwy 16. GPS 45.42687, -61.51067. On hilltop overlooking harbour; picnic area; interpretive
display. Fire grills, wood. Stocked lake. Leashed pets permitted. Rates STC; 24-hr CXL. Jun 12–Sep 6.
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902-407-9453 • [email protected] • www.hopeforwildlife.net
5909 Hwy 207. GPS 44.66321, -63.26028. Rehabilitation facility for injured and orphaned wildlife; education centre; educational animals;
wildlife garden; peace pole. Admission free; donations welcome. For large groups (10+) please call ahead. Jun 1–Sep 30, daily 10am–4pm.
West
Chezzetcook
902-827-5992 • [email protected] • www.facebook.com/pages/LAcadie-de-Chezzetcook/245386768810556
Acadian House Museum / L’Acadie de Chezzetcook
Middle
Musquodoboit
902-384-2819 • [email protected] • www.bicentennialtheatre.ca
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12390 Hwy 224. GPS 45.04436, -63.15071. A 230-seat theatre and community facility in a restored heritage building (c 1928), 40 km from
Musquodoboit Harbour via Rte 357. Musical entertainment, theatre events, dances and special events. Admission varies. Year-round.
Moose
Moose River Gold Mines Museum
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902-384-2006
Gold Mines 6990 Moose River Rd. GPS 44.98476, -62.94208. Museum chronicles gold mining in the area and tells the story of the famous mine disaster and rescue of 1936. Mine site, nearby, is now a provincial park. Admission free, donations welcome. Jul 1–Aug 31, 10am–4pm daily (STC).
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and memorial cairn; walking trails. Guided tours by appointment. No services on site. Year-round, accessible only by foot in O/S.
Musquodoboit
Harbour
902-889-2689
Musquodoboit Railway Museum
Jeddore
Oyster
Pond
902-889-2053 • fax 902-772-2344 • fishermanslife.novascotia.ca
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7895 Hwy 7. Museum in former CNR station (c 1918) and five railway cars. The story of Nova Scotia’s railways is told through photographs,
maps, posters, tickets, artifacts, and a small library; in-depth material available. Also items of local history. Admission free. Jun 1–Aug 31, daily.
Fisherman’s Life Museum
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58 Navy Pool Loop. GPS 44.77765, -63.01663. Typical inshore fisherman’s family homestead (c early 1900s); demonstrations of rug hooking,
cooking on a wood cookstove; stories about life on the Eastern Shore. Partial wheelchair access. Admission charged. Jun 1–Oct 3, STC.
MacPhee House Community Museum
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902-885-2092; O/S 902-885-2478 • [email protected]
22404 Main St. Artifacts from 1850–1950; history of lumber-related industries; impact of WWI and WWII on military and civilians; limited genealogical resources; local art display. Visitor information centre; Wi-Fi. Boardwalk. Admission free. Jun 15–Sep 15, STC, 9:30am–5pm; O/S by appointment.
Goldenville Goldenville Gold Mining Interpretive Centre
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major gold-producing area (1861–1942). Artifacts, photos, genealogical records, stories told by miners. Admission: adult $2.50. Jun 1–Aug 31.
Sherbrooke Sherbrooke Village
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902-522-2400 • 888-743-7845 • fax 902-522-2974 • sherbrookevillage.novascotia.ca
GPS 45.14090, -61.98400. Lumbering, shipbuilding and goldmining community of the 1800s. 25 buildings on their original sites: ambrotype
studio; hotel; doctor’s office (c 1910); stores; a grand home; and a rare up-and-down sawmill. Admission charged. Jun 1–Sep 26, daily.
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Lake
Memory Lane Heritage Village
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Charlotte 902-845-1937 • 877-287-0697 • [email protected] • www.heritagevillage.ca
5435 Clam Harbour Rd. Heritage village depicts daily life during the 1940s: buildings with period artifacts; guides; farm animals; demonstrations;
cookhouse. Displays on rural industries. Archives (by appt). Admission $4–6, F(12). Jun 15–Sep 15, daily; O/S by appointment.
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Musquodoboit Valley Bicentennial Theatre and Cultural Centre
Museums and Attractions
79 Hill Rd. GPS 44.70620, -63.26130. House (c 1850) with displays on local heritage, Acadian life as lived in Grand Desert and Chezzetcook;
special events year-round in re-created barn. Admission $2, family $5. Jul 1–Aug 31, 10am–4:30pm daily (closed Mon) or by appointment.
Admission
Credit cards
Bus tours
Food service
Gift shop
Parking spaces
Picnic tables
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St. Mary’s River Salmon Museum
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8404 Hwy 7. GPS 45.15252, -61.97532. Exhibits relating to salmon angling, native wildlife, fishing and conservation; collection of fishing tackle, photos & memorabilia of famous anglers such as Babe Ruth. Children’s corner. Admission by donation. Jun 1–Sep 30, daily 9am–4:30pm; O/S by appt.
Aspen
Baird’s Tradesmen Museum
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902-833-2219 • [email protected]
12455 Hwy 7. GPS 45.30524, -62.05359. Collection of tools used by the fine craftsmen of many now-forgotten trades; household utensils;
tools used in various Nova Scotian industries over the past 200 years. Admission: adult $4, child $2, F(12). Jul 1–Oct 1, 10am–5pm daily.
Port
Port Bickerton Lighthouse Interpretive Centre
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Bickerton 902-364-2000 • [email protected] • www.portbickertonlighthouse.ca
630 Lighthouse Rd. GPS 45.08976, -61.69678. Information about the lighthouses of NS and their importance in our history. View of the sea
and the community from the light tower. Artist retreat in residence. Nature trails, beach. Admission $3. Jun 15–Sep 15, daily 9am–5pm.
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Half
Island
Cove
Canso
Out of the Fog Lighthouse Museum
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tel/fax 902-358-2108 • [email protected] • www.outofthefog.ca
Hwy 16. GPS 45.34599, -61.20153. Large collection of lighthouse artifacts from the past: lights, foghorns and lenses. Descriptive signage in
English, French and German. See what life at a lighthouse was really like. Donations welcome. Jun 15–Sep 20, Thur–Mon 10am–6pm.
Canso Islands National Historic Site
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902-366-3136; 902-295-2069 • [email protected] • www.parkscanada.gc.ca/cansoislands
1465 Union St. GPS 45.33582, -60.99108. Site of a one-time thriving community of New England fishermen and merchants. Film, life-size
dioramas of three island property interiors, and artifacts on display. Island trails link 8 sites. Access by boat. Donations accepted. Jul 1–Sep 1, 10am–6pm.
Canso Museum: Whitman House
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Galleries, Shops, Artists and Artisans
902-366-2170; 902-366-2525 • fax 902-366-3093 • [email protected]
1297 Union St. GPS 45.33675, -60.99614. History of Canso and eastern Guysborough County; exhibits on Canso Harbour, folk-art panoramas
of Canso, period furniture, photographs, memorabilia; widow’s walk. Admission free. Jun 1–Sep 30, 9am–5pm daily; O/S by request.
Halfway
Cove
Prince Henry Sinclair Monument
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902-533-4016 • [email protected] • sinclair.quarterman.org/phssna.html
Hwy 16. GPS 45.34821, -61.41405. Granite monument with marble plaque and interpretive panels, detailing the historic voyage of Prince
Henry Sinclair to the New World in 1398. Large log picnic tables; lookoff. Year-round.
Guysborough
Chedabucto Place Performance Centre
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27 Green St. GPS 45.38644, -61.50414. A/C state-of-the-art theatre hosts a variety of events throughout the year, from toe-tapping ceilidhs
and renowned East Coast musicians to professional and amateur theatre performances. Admission varies. Year-round.
Mulgrave Road Theatre
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902-533-2092 • fax 902-533-3320 • [email protected] • www.mulgraveroad.ca
68 Main St. GPS 45.39125, -61.49775. A professional touring theatre company, working from its base in Guysborough, committed to the creation, development and presentation of original works of Atlantic Canadian theatre. Year-round.
Old Court House 1843
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106 Church St. GPS 45.38949, -61.49984. Local artifacts, especially related to farming and housekeeping; photographs c. 1900; reading room
for research in county history and genealogy. Donations welcome. Jun 1–Oct 1, Mon–Fri 9am–5pm, Sat–Sun 10am–5pm (STC), and by appt.
Mulgrave Mulgrave Heritage Centre and VIC
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fish companies and Black Loyalist themes; archive and genealogy section. Visitor information centre. Admission: adult $2. Jul 1–Sep 8, STC.
Galleries, Shops, Artists and Artisans
These listings identify some of the artisans in the region and some galleries and shops whose products are primarily made in Nova Scotia. The “Open Studio”
designation identifies juried members of the Nova Scotia Designer Crafts Council who open their personal studios to the public so you can watch them work.
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Accessories
Clothing
Fine art
Food
Home & Garden
Jewellery
Bath & Body
Eastern Shore
902-533-4008 • [email protected] • www.guysboroughhistoricalsociety.ca
East
Fancy Lucky Gallery and Craft Emporium • Judith Brannen
Media: Clay, paintings & prints
Lawrence- 902-434-7895; 902-222-3585 • [email protected]
town
4144 Hwy 207. GPS 44.64393, -63.35490. Jewellery, pottery, soaps, and handweaving by Eastern Shore craftspeople; original prints and
cards by Judith Brannen. VS, MC, DD. Year-round, Tue–Sun 11am–5pm; STC Oct–May.
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Chezzetcook
902-827-3225; 902-222-3585 • [email protected] • www.judithbrannen.ca
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Jeddore
Oyster
Pond
902-889-5012 • [email protected] • www.blacksheepart.com
East Ship
Harbour
Laughleton Gallery • Judith Brannen
Media: Books & cards, paintings & prints
115 Shore Rd. GPS 44.72148, -63.26093. Studio and gallery exhibiting the work of Judith Brannen; custom framing shop. Surf Art Show in
October, featuring work by many local artists. VS, MC, DD. Year-round, by appointment or chance.
Black Sheep Gallery AE
Media: Paintings & prints, wood
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past and present; also a selection of Ontario and Quebec folk art. Operating since 2000. AMCC, DD. Jun 15–Sep 15, 11am–4pm daily.
Barry Colpitts
Media: Wood
902-772-2090
15359 Hwy 7. GPS 44.77804, -62.79427. Folk art birds, mermaids and animals in and around a brightly decorated house. $/TC. Year-round,
by appointment or chance.
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Guide. Also visit edining.ca and tasteofnovascotia.com. See p. 3 for a key to the symbols and codes.
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Henley House Pub & Restaurant
Type: Fine dining, pub • Specialty: European
902-885-3335 • fax 902-885-2996 • [email protected] • www.thehenleyhousepub.ca
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Seating: exterior
Children’s menu
Dining room
Licensed
Entertainment
Patio
Reservations rec.
Takeout
Credit cards
Restaurants
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Liscomb
Mills
Riverside Dining Room & Lone Cloud Lounge
Type: Family dining, lounge • Specialty: Seafood, desserts
902-779-2307 • 800-665-6343 • fax 902-779-2700 • [email protected] • www.liscombelodge.ca
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Guysborough
DesBarres Manor Inn
Type: Fine dining • Specialty: Canadian
902-533-2099 • fax 902-533-2841 • [email protected] • www.desbarresmanor.com
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These listings identify some of the outdoor activities available in the province. Many activities are seasonal and/or weather-dependent; please confirm
open dates when making plans and always keep safety in mind. Additional information can be found on pages 12–15 and 336.
IN THE GRID: Accessibility: P = partially accessible Tours Offered: see listing in Tour Operators and Tour Services section
Cow Bay
Rainbow Haven Beach Provincial Park AvWY
Category: Parks; Supervised Beaches
novascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#rainbow
Accessibility
Tours offered
Hiking
Cycling
Canoeing/Kayaking
Snowmobile/4-wheel
Winter activities
90 Church St. Year-round.
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2248 Cow Bay Rd. GPS 44.64768, -63.42360. Large sand-and-cobble beach at the mouth of Cole Harbour. Boardwalks, change house,
showers, FT. Swimming (supervised Jul–Aug). May 15–Oct 12.
East
East Coast Quiksilver Surf School A
Category: Surfing
Lawrence- 902-449-9488 • [email protected] • www.ecsurfschool.com
town
Lawrencetown Beach, Hwy 207. Surfing instruction at one of Nova Scotia’s best surfing beaches: 1-hr lessons provided by certified, experienced
instructors (female instructors available); use of wetsuit and surfboard included; individual and group rates. Equipment rentals. May 30–Sep 30.
Kannon Beach Wind and Surf
Category: Surfing; Equipment Rentals
902-434-3040; 902-471-0025 • fax 902-434-6205 • [email protected] • www.kannonbeach.com
Category: Parks; Supervised Beaches
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are common; caution must be exercised. Swimming (supervised in Jul & Aug). Change house, showers, FT. Ramped boardwalks. May 15–Oct 12.
Three
Fathom
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Porter's
Lake
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902-827-4962 • [email protected]
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4891 Hwy 207. GPS 44.64595, -63.30879. Surf and boogie boards; all your surfing needs; lessons; rentals; new and used equipment. Also
kayak and Zodiac tours; gifts. Year-round.
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Category: Parks
novascotiaparks.ca/parks/porters.asp
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1160 West Porter’s Lake Rd. GPS 44.69113, -63.30902. Picnicking, boating, swimming, fishing in large freshwater lake; boat launch; trail.
May 15–Oct 12; camping May 15–Oct 11.
Meagher’s River Oaks Golf Club *WG
Category: Golf Courses
Grant
902-384-2033 • fax 902-384-3202 • www.riveroaksgolfclub.ca
GPS 44.91147, -63.22973. 18-hole, par 70, 5887 yd. Rating 69.7; Slope 120. South Course: 9-hole, 3113 yd. Rating 70.9, Slope 124.
Accommodation/golf packages. May 1–Oct 31.
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Category: Parks; Supervised Beaches
novascotiaparks.ca/parks/dollar.asp
Eastern Shore
Lawrencetown Beach Provincial Park AvWYL
novascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#lawrencetown
Restaurants / Outdoors
4144 Lawrencetown Rd. GPS 44.64403, -63.35508. Surfing lessons; certified instructors; no experience necessary. Surf/windsurf shop and equipment rentals: surfboards, stand-up paddleboards, wetsuits and accessories. Year-round.
5265 Old Guysborough Rd. GPS 44.94635, -63.31555. Large lake with sandy beach (supervised Jul–Aug) and boat launch. Picnic area, playground, change rooms, FT. Backcountry trails. May 15–Oct 12, camping Jun 12–Oct 11.
Elderbank Elderbank Waterway Provincial Park Av{}Y
Category: Parks
novascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#elderbank
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5819 Hwy 357. GPS 44.98062, -63.21617. An access point for canoeing/kayaking the lower Musquodoboit River. Parking, picnic tables.
May 15–Oct 12.
Musquodoboit Valley Provincial Park Av{}Y
Category: Parks
novascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#musquodoboit
11685 Hwy 224. GPS 45.05977, -63.11447. In a field bordering the Musquodoboit River. Tables are scattered throughout the area; many are
shaded by large hardwoods. Playground. Group use available. May 15–Oct 12.
Moose
Moose River Gold Mines Provincial Park AvY
Category: Parks
River
novascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#mooseriver
Gold Mines 140 Moose River Rd. GPS 44.98015, -62.94368. Located in one of Nova Scotia’s earliest gold mining areas, the park marks the site of the
famous 1936 Moose River mine disaster. Interpretive display; picnic tables. May 15–Oct 12.
East
East Coast Quiksilver Surf School
Category: Surfing
Petpeswick 902-449-9488 • [email protected] • www.ecsurfschool.com
Martinique Beach. Surfing instruction at one of Nova Scotia’s best surfing beaches: 1-hr lessons provided by certified, experienced instructors
(female instructors available); use of wetsuit and surfboard included; individual and group rates. Equipment rentals. Jun 1–Sep 30.
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Middle
Musquodoboit
Accessibility
Tours offered
Hiking
Cycling
Canoeing/Kayaking
Snowmobile/4-wheel
Winter activities
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Harbour Ridge Golf Club WG
Category: Golf Courses
902-889-1800 • [email protected] • www.harbourridgegolf.ca
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GPS 44.75045, -63.15077. 9-hole, par 35, 2500 yd. Rating 31.6; Slope 101. May 1–Oct 31.
Martinique Beach Provincial Park AvY
Category: Parks; Supervised Beaches
novascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#martinique
2389 East Petpeswick Rd. GPS 44.68990, -63.14735. 5-km crescent white-sand beach; swimming (supervised Jul–Aug); change houses; boardwalks
& hard-surfaced paths; picnic area. Beachcombing. Wildlife refuge for migratory waterfowl; protected area for Piping Plover. May 15–Oct 12.
Clam
Harbour
Clam Harbour Beach Provincial Park AvWYL
Category: Parks; Supervised Beaches
novascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#clamharbour
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showers, flush toilets, trails. Annual sand sculpture contest. May 15–Oct 12.
Upper
Lakeville
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Category: Equipment Rentals
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902-845-2340 • 800-589-2282 • [email protected] • www.webberslakesideresort.com
738 Upper Lakeville Rd. GPS 44.79768, -62.96127. Canoe, kayak and pedal boat rentals. May 11–Oct 11.
Tangier
Coastal Adventures A}Y
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tel/fax 902-772-2774 • 877-404-2774 • [email protected] • www.coastaladventures.com
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Spry Bay
Spry Bay Provincial Park AvY
Category: Parks
novascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#sprybay
19310 Hwy 7. GPS 44.84208, -62.62023. A small stopover roadside park with picnic area, overlooking Spry Bay. May 15–Oct 12.
Taylor Head Provincial Park AvW}YL
Category: Parks
novascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#taylor
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20140 Hwy 7. GPS 44.84458, -62.58148. Rugged wind-swept peninsula with 16 km of unspoiled coastline. Picnic areas; boardwalk to
beaches; back-country hiking trails (2 to 8 km, some looped), brochure available; interpretive display. Group use available. May 15–Oct 12.
Liscomb
Mills
Liscombe Lodge Marina AEvW{}Yt
Category: Marinas & Yacht Clubs
902-779-2307 • fax 902-779-2700 • [email protected] • www.liscombelodge.ca/marina-2
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Marie Joseph Provincial Park AvY
Category: Parks
novascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#mariejoseph
1420 Hwy 7. GPS 44.96777, -62.08658. A picturesque roadside picnic park on the ocean with a view of offshore islands. Tables scattered under
softwood trees, overlooking rocky shoreline. May 15–Oct 12.
Sherbrooke Sherbrooke Provincial Park AvY
Category: Parks
novascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#sherbrooke
Eastern Shore
Outdoors
8407 Hwy 7. GPS 45.15252, -61.97532. A small picnic park on the bank of St Mary’s River, with tables scattered under towering softwood
trees. May 15–Oct 12.
Stonewall Leisure Park YL
Category: Parks
GPS 45.14246, -61.98143. Across from Sherbrooke Provincial Park. Gravelled walking trails, boardwalk, platforms overlooking the St Mary’s
River, picnic tables. The stone wall was constructed by hand many years ago. Year-round.
Lochiel
Lake
Lochiel Lake Provincial Park Av{}Y
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novascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#lochiel
13575 Hwy 7. GPS 45.35385, -62.05827. A quiet picnic park with tables under mixed-wood trees by an open field, overlooking Lochiel Lake.
The lake is suitable for boating and swimming. May 15–Oct 12.
Country
Harbour
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novascotiaparks.ca/parks/Salsman.asp
15641 Hwy 316. GPS 45.23687, -61.76718. Small picnic park near the inland end of Country Harbour, with tables scattered in an open
field; view of the water. Boat ramp; unsupervised beach; vault toilets. May 15–Oct 12, camping Jun 12–Sep 6.
Tor Bay
Tor Bay Provincial Park AvY
Category: Parks
novascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#torbay
650 Hwy 316. GPS 45.18792, -61.35445. Picturesque picnic area on a rocky point looking out to the Atlantic. Sweeping sand beaches (unsupervised); boardwalks; interpretive displays. May 15–Oct 12.
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Larry’s
River
Little
Dover
Parc de nos Ancêtres
Category: Parks
GPS 45.22816, -61.38000. History park featuring a series of large stones and interpretive panels, placed in the shape of an anchor, depicting the story of the Tor Bay Acadian families. Year-round.
Black Duck Cove Provincial Park AvWYL
Category: Parks
novascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#blackduck
1409 Little Dover Rd. GPS 45.27842, -61.03335. Community-managed. Beautiful sandy beach park with boardwalks, change houses, toilets,
a 3.5-km (2-mi) shoreline walking trail, rest stops with roofed shelters, picnic tables, interpretive kiosk. May 15–Oct 12.
Canso
Cape Canso Marina b
Category: Marinas & Yacht Clubs
902-366-2937 • fax 902-366-3455
GPS 45.33528, -60.98362. Showers, power and water hook-up. Jun 1–Oct 30.
Queensport Queensport Beach wY
Category: Parks
GPS 45.34607, -61.28479. A small sand-&-cobble beach overlooking historic Queensport Lighthouse, which is on a small island. Interpretive
sign explains the history of the lighthouse. Benches, picnic tables. Year-round.
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Guysborough
Guysborough Waterfront Marina W
Category: Marinas & Yacht Clubs
902-533-2052 • www.guysboroughmarina.com
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GPS 45.39444, -61.49944. Serviced docks for 40 boats; fuel, water, power, pump-outs, showers, phone, guest moorings, boat launch. Entertainment, shops, brew pub. Golf, kayak rentals and trails nearby. Jun 1–Oct 30.
Osprey Shores Golf Resort *WG
Category: Golf Courses
902-533-3904 • 800-909-3904 • fax 902-533-3166 • [email protected] • ospreyshoresresort.com
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119 Ferry Lane. GPS 45.40145, -61.50473. 9-hole, par 36, 2650 yd. Rating 65.6; Slope 112. Outstanding ocean frontage. Full-service pro shop;
resort facilities. May 1–Nov 1.
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Category: Equipment Rentals
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902-533-2460 • [email protected] • www.skippingstonestore.com
74 Main Street. GPS 45.39143, -61.49805. Sea kayak, canoe and bicycle rentals. May 15–Oct 15.
Boylston
Boylston Provincial Park Av}fY|
novascotiaparks.ca/parks/boylston.asp
11087 Hwy 16. GPS 45.42687, -61.51067. Picnic area on the shores of Guysborough Harbour, with a short bridge to a small offshore island.
Camping; fishing and kayaking opportunities. May 15–Oct 12, camping Jun 12–Sep 6.
Port
Port Shoreham Beach Provincial Park AvY
Category: Parks
Shoreham novascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#shoreham
1720 Hwy 344. GPS 45.42612, -61.39910. A sand-and-cobble beach. Picnic tables scattered on the back beach. Change houses, vault toilets. May 15–Oct 12.
Mulgrave Venus Cove Marina W{}wY
Category: Marinas & Yacht Clubs
[email protected]
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Loggie St. GPS 45.61518, -61.39164. Serviced docks for 15 boats; water, power, guest moorings, boat launch. Visitor information centre,
amenities nearby. Seasonal.
Trails
IN THE GRID:
Type: Day-use (D), Linear/railbed (L), Urban (U), Wilderness (W)
Cell Service: Full (F), Partial (P), None (N)
Dogs Permitted: Leashed (L), Off-leash (O), No (N)
Surface: Gravel (G), Hard (H), Natural (N)
Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible •, Partially accessible (P)
East
Atlantic View Trail—Trans Canada Trail
Trail Uses: YKLSy
Lawrence- www.halifax.ca/rec/TrailsEasternShore.php
town
GPS 44.64480, -63.34510. On former rail bed, past woodlands, salt marshes, beaches. Scenic views; wildlife. Several access points; parking at
Lawrencetown Beach. Year-round, no winter maintenance.
10 L
F
L
G P
Porter’s
Lake
18 D P
L
G
Crowbar Lake Hiking Trails
Trail Uses: YL
Musquodoboit
Harbour
Liscomb
Mills
Carrolls Corner Mastodon Trail
Trail Uses: YKLSy
9 Milford Road. GPS 45.01732, -63.38446. Multi-use trail begins behind community centre, continues through mature forest. Wildlife sightings
along route. Year-round.
2.5 L
F O G
Musquodoboit Trailway—Trans Canada Trail
40 L
P
L
G P
13 D N
L
N
Trail Uses: YKL
Eastern Shore
902-827-2364 • [email protected] • www.trails.gov.ns.ca/SharedUse/hx122.html
1800 Myra Rd. Backcountry trails in the Waverley–Salmon River Long Lake Wilderness Area. Spectacular scenery in a rugged setting. No amenities along the trail. Year-round, no winter maintenance.
Carrolls
Corner
Trails
Inquire at local visitor information centres for directions to trails in the area. Trail maps and information can also be found at trails.gov.ns.ca and novatrails.com.
Approx. length (km)
Type
Cell service
Dogs permitted
Surface
Accessibility
The following are just a few of the trails to be found in this region; see also the Parks listings in the Outdoors section. Although used primarily as walking and hiking trails, they may also be used for other activities, which are identifed by the symbols shown. Most trails are available for use year-round,
but in winter may not provide maintenance or parking; use discretion.
www.mta-ns.ca
To Meagher’s Grant. GPS 44.78781, -63.14873. 14.5 km through mixed forest and meadow, by river and lake; picnic shelters, benches, PT. 3 backcountry loops (1 km, 1.5 km, 5.5 km); spectacular views. Challenging ridge wilderness trails (9.5 km, 8.5 km). Year-round, no winter maintenance.
Liscomb River Trail System
Trail Uses: YL
www.trails.gov.ns.ca/SharedUse/g008.html
Country
Harbour
Canso
3.5 D
H
Loyalist Trail
Trail Uses: L
GPS 45.20577, -61.69405. Trail through the woods to the water; interpretive panels describing the Loyalist history of the area, two monuments,
sheltered picnic table. View of Country Harbour and cable ferry. Year-round.
2 D
G
Chapel Gully Trail
5 D
G
Trail Uses: L
www.trails.gov.ns.ca/SharedUse/g001.html
GPS 45.32949, -60.98105. A short walking loop around a saltwater/freshwater estuary, within a larger loop trail offering a full 2- to 3-hr hike
along shoreline, across a bridge over Chapel Gully, and through beautiful woodland. Brochure available. Year-round.
Queensport Queensport Road/Barrenland Trail
Trail Uses: YL
www.trails.gov.ns.ca/SharedUse/g004b.html
Queensport to Cole Harbour. GPS 45.33990, -61.27005. An old road through the Canso Coastal Barren Protected Wilderness Area leads to the
remains of a WWII air force radar base. Woodlands, lakes, marshes, and a spectacular view from a 130-m elevation. Year-round.
18 D
1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com
GPS 45.01470, -62.09698. Inland & coastal hiking; waterfalls, fish ladder and swinging bridge. Seasonal, no winter maintenance.
Port
Port Bickerton Lighthouse Beach Park Trail
Trail Uses: YL
Bickerton Hwy 211. GPS 45.09054, -61.70144. Loop trail meandering through interesting flora and fauna along a cliff edge to sandy beach. Swimming;
breathtaking view of the ocean. Year-round.
Approx. length (km)
Type
Cell service
Dogs permitted
Surface
Accessibility
326
Guysborough
Guysborough Nature Trail—Trans Canada Trail
Trail Uses: YK>LSsy
45 L
G
1 U
G
www.canadatrails.ca/tct/ns/guysborough.html
GPS 45.46968, -61.78180. The first section of the Trans-Canada Trail built in Nova Scotia, extending from Guysborough to Country Harbour / St
Mary’s municipal line; waterfalls, cable suspension bridge, wilderness. Year-round.
1 800 565 0000 / novascotia.com
Eastern Shore
Trails
Guysborough Waterfront Trail
Trail Uses: L
106 Church St. GPS 45.39038, -61.50040. Shoreline trail with interpretive panels on the historical and cultural significance of the area; view of
small island; waterfowl. Year-round.
327
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